Job description

Job Title: Teacher of Primary
Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire
Salary: £30,000 - £46535 per annum (Depending on experience)
Start: Immediate or September 2025
Contract: Full-time

Are you a passionate and dedicated Primary Teacher looking for your next opportunity in a welcoming and well-resourced school?

GSL Education are currently recruiting for a full-time Teacher of Primary in Portsmouth to join a vibrant and supportive mainstream setting. Whether you’re a fully qualified teacher (QTS), an Early Career Teacher (ECT), or trained overseas, we want to hear from you!

About the Role:

As a Teacher of Primary, you will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging lessons across the Primary curriculum, inspiring young learners and promoting a positive, inclusive classroom environment. You’ll have access to excellent resources, strong leadership support, and opportunities for continuous professional development.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver high-quality teaching and learning across EYFS, KS1 or KS2 (depending on experience and preference).
  • Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive classroom atmosphere.
  • Use a variety of strategies to accommodate different learning styles and abilities.
  • Assess and monitor pupil progress, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
  • Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and the wider school community to ensure every child achieves their full potential.
  • Uphold the school’s values and ensure high standards of behaviour and achievement.

Teacher of Primary requirements:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or international equivalent recognised in the UK.
  • Experience teaching in a UK Primary school setting is highly desirable.
  • A thorough understanding of the Primary National Curriculum.
  • Excellent classroom management skills with a nurturing and proactive teaching style.
  • A collaborative and flexible approach to working as part of a team.
  • Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years, barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).

What We Offer:

  • Competitive pay rate of £30,000 - £46535 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.
  • Access to roles that align with your expertise and career goals.
  • Friendly, supportive consultants who advocate for your success.
  • Ethical and transparent recruitment approach.
  • £100 referral bonus once your recommended candidate completes just 5 days!

If you’re ready to make a difference in the lives of young learners and join a school committed to excellence, apply today to become a Primary Teacher in Portsmouth with GSL Education.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK

For more information or to register your interest in the Teacher of Primary’ in a primary schoolrole, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.